Sleep or Insomnia Psychologists and Therapists in Adelaide, SA
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, often in nature, where deep reflection and healing happen naturally. With 15+ years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Originally trained in Brazil, I hold postgraduate qualifications in Art Therapy and Psychological Practice and am a registered Australian psychologist. Let’s work together to help you find clarity and resilience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, often in nature, where deep reflection and healing happen naturally. With 15+ years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Originally trained in Brazil, I hold postgraduate qualifications in Art Therapy and Psychological Practice and am a registered Australian psychologist. Let’s work together to help you find clarity and resilience.
I support individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, sleep difficulties, stress, and adjustment challenges.
I value warmth and empathy, to build solid therapeutic relationships, and work with evidence-based frameworks, drawing from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based CBT, and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR).
I support individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, sleep difficulties, stress, and adjustment challenges.
I value warmth and empathy, to build solid therapeutic relationships, and work with evidence-based frameworks, drawing from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based CBT, and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR).
Living far from home has its own kind of weight. The guilt of missing important moments. The loneliness that doesn't go away even when life looks good on the outside. The strange feeling of loving where you came from and loving where you are now, and not fully belonging to either.
When you're an immigrant, the everyday comes with extra. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or exhausted while trying to make everything work, and often doing it quietly, because the people around you don't always understand it.
I know what that feels like. I'm an immigrant too. That's part of why I do this work.
Living far from home has its own kind of weight. The guilt of missing important moments. The loneliness that doesn't go away even when life looks good on the outside. The strange feeling of loving where you came from and loving where you are now, and not fully belonging to either.
When you're an immigrant, the everyday comes with extra. Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or exhausted while trying to make everything work, and often doing it quietly, because the people around you don't always understand it.
I know what that feels like. I'm an immigrant too. That's part of why I do this work.
Marina has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, relationship and interpersonal problems, adjustment issues, low self-esteem, grief and loss issues, sleep problems, study and work stress as well as problems relating to trauma, self harm and substance use.
Marina is a warm and compassionate Psychologist who has worked in public and community health settings as well as in the private sector for the past 10 years. Marina has wide experience working with adolescents and adults and is passionate about helping people with mood, worry and distress problems, stemming from the past or more recent experiences. Marina focuses on building a therapeutic relationship based on empathy, curiosity, openness, kindness and respect to help understand her client’s needs and work towards their goals. Marina believes in recognising individual’s strengths to help overcome challenges and bring about change
Marina has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, relationship and interpersonal problems, adjustment issues, low self-esteem, grief and loss issues, sleep problems, study and work stress as well as problems relating to trauma, self harm and substance use.
Marina is a warm and compassionate Psychologist who has worked in public and community health settings as well as in the private sector for the past 10 years. Marina has wide experience working with adolescents and adults and is passionate about helping people with mood, worry and distress problems, stemming from the past or more recent experiences. Marina focuses on building a therapeutic relationship based on empathy, curiosity, openness, kindness and respect to help understand her client’s needs and work towards their goals. Marina believes in recognising individual’s strengths to help overcome challenges and bring about change
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.
I work with adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, OCD, low mood, stress, burnout, trauma, difficult life changes and emotional dysregulation. My approach is practical and collaborative. The focus is on understanding what is happening and finding useful ways forward. Telehealth appointments are available across Australia and in selected international locations.
I work with adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, OCD, low mood, stress, burnout, trauma, difficult life changes and emotional dysregulation. My approach is practical and collaborative. The focus is on understanding what is happening and finding useful ways forward. Telehealth appointments are available across Australia and in selected international locations.
I work with people who feel weighed down by trauma, stress, or painful life experiences that leave them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — from themselves or from others. Many of my clients are navigating patterns that no longer serve them, struggling with emotional regulation, or finding it hard to feel grounded and present. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Together, we explore how trauma and stress show up in your body and relationships, and how they shape your emotions, self-worth, and sense of safety.
I work with people who feel weighed down by trauma, stress, or painful life experiences that leave them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — from themselves or from others. Many of my clients are navigating patterns that no longer serve them, struggling with emotional regulation, or finding it hard to feel grounded and present. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Together, we explore how trauma and stress show up in your body and relationships, and how they shape your emotions, self-worth, and sense of safety.
I am here to help & care for you. My Values: Integrity, Respect, Compassion, Authenticity, Trust & Empowerment. My Philosophy: You are important, unique & valuable, & you deserve to live your best life. There may be aspects of your life where you feel held back somehow, that this feels like it is a struggle. My role is to guide & to assist you to get connected with all the missing pieces that will not only help you to get unstuck - these skills will also help you with long lasting, skilful strategies to live your best life. Your session is a judgement free zone, your safe space, where your outcomes are my sole focus.
I am here to help & care for you. My Values: Integrity, Respect, Compassion, Authenticity, Trust & Empowerment. My Philosophy: You are important, unique & valuable, & you deserve to live your best life. There may be aspects of your life where you feel held back somehow, that this feels like it is a struggle. My role is to guide & to assist you to get connected with all the missing pieces that will not only help you to get unstuck - these skills will also help you with long lasting, skilful strategies to live your best life. Your session is a judgement free zone, your safe space, where your outcomes are my sole focus.
Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem.
Jo-Elle possesses in depth experience assisting clients with anxiety, intrusive negative cyclical thoughts and relationship and workplace issues. She is able to equip clients to adopt an optimistic mindset to challenge their unhelpful thoughts to strengthen their confidence and promote wellbeing.
Through the application of CBT, ACT and Mindfulness principles, Jo-Elle is able to assist clients to stabilise anxiety, mood fluctuation, insomnia, social withdrawal and rebuild their self esteem.
Jo-Elle possesses in depth experience assisting clients with anxiety, intrusive negative cyclical thoughts and relationship and workplace issues. She is able to equip clients to adopt an optimistic mindset to challenge their unhelpful thoughts to strengthen their confidence and promote wellbeing.
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions. Many clients I work with appear outwardly capable yet carry anxiety, overwhelm or burnout. I understand the emotional toll of navigating health, education or disability systems and ongoing uncertainty, and offer a calm, neuro-affirming and collaborative space that supports understanding, emotional regulation and sustainable coping. I hold a PhD in cyberpsychology and also support people affected by online harm and scams.
I’m a registered psychologist offering telehealth across Australia for neurodivergent adolescents and adults, and for parents and carers of children with developmental differences or complex/rare health conditions. Many clients I work with appear outwardly capable yet carry anxiety, overwhelm or burnout. I understand the emotional toll of navigating health, education or disability systems and ongoing uncertainty, and offer a calm, neuro-affirming and collaborative space that supports understanding, emotional regulation and sustainable coping. I hold a PhD in cyberpsychology and also support people affected by online harm and scams.
My ideal clients are adults, couples, women, and pre- and postnatal clients seeking support through life’s challenges. They may be experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or major life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are looking for lasting change. I offer a compassionate, evidence-informed approach, integrating counselling, clinical hypnotherapy, breathwork, vibroacoustic therapy, and mindfulness to help clients heal, build resilience, regain confidence, and move forward with greater clarity and wellbeing.
My ideal clients are adults, couples, women, and pre- and postnatal clients seeking support through life’s challenges. They may be experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or major life transitions. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are looking for lasting change. I offer a compassionate, evidence-informed approach, integrating counselling, clinical hypnotherapy, breathwork, vibroacoustic therapy, and mindfulness to help clients heal, build resilience, regain confidence, and move forward with greater clarity and wellbeing.
You're a busy, highly achieving professional and you're getting tired. Possibly burning out. You're feeling more negative these days and you're struggling sometimes to bring your usual 'A game' to what you do. You've tried holidays, 'self care' and self-help, but nothing seems to do much to move you out of the gloom. You feel stuck. And you're worried, because this can't continue. You want to get your mojo back, continue to achieve greatly, and make a positive difference. Joyfully. Your work matters, and you want to be all you can be. You want to thrive. But how do you even begin to get back to who you truly are?
You're a busy, highly achieving professional and you're getting tired. Possibly burning out. You're feeling more negative these days and you're struggling sometimes to bring your usual 'A game' to what you do. You've tried holidays, 'self care' and self-help, but nothing seems to do much to move you out of the gloom. You feel stuck. And you're worried, because this can't continue. You want to get your mojo back, continue to achieve greatly, and make a positive difference. Joyfully. Your work matters, and you want to be all you can be. You want to thrive. But how do you even begin to get back to who you truly are?
I work with people navigating life transitions - career change, relocation, relationship shifts, or periods of uncertainty where you're reconsidering what matters most and what comes next. With 15 years' experience in organisational psychosocial risk and workplace wellbeing, I also work well with clients managing stress, burnout, or pressure carried over from work into daily life.
I support individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their experiences, including exploring whether there may be underlying factors contributing to how they think, feel, or respond.
I work with people navigating life transitions - career change, relocation, relationship shifts, or periods of uncertainty where you're reconsidering what matters most and what comes next. With 15 years' experience in organisational psychosocial risk and workplace wellbeing, I also work well with clients managing stress, burnout, or pressure carried over from work into daily life.
I support individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their experiences, including exploring whether there may be underlying factors contributing to how they think, feel, or respond.
I am a genuine, warm, and collaborative clinician, experienced working with clients of all ages. I appreciate and acknowledge the courage it takes for an individual to seek assistance, so I endeavour to support and empower clients to navigate and grow through their adversity and change.
I look forward to hearing from you.
I am a genuine, warm, and collaborative clinician, experienced working with clients of all ages. I appreciate and acknowledge the courage it takes for an individual to seek assistance, so I endeavour to support and empower clients to navigate and grow through their adversity and change.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
Senior Social Worker / Counsellor / Clinical Supervisor
I am a senior social worker and counsellor providing trauma-informed counselling and clinical supervision for individuals and professionals navigating complexity, adversity, and change. My work is clinically rigorous, ethically governed, and relational in practice. I support people impacted by mental health challenges, damaging relationships, coercive control, life disruption, and workplace injury. Alongside counselling, I provide clinical supervision to
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Senior Social Worker / Counsellor / Clinical Supervisor
I am a senior social worker and counsellor providing trauma-informed counselling and clinical supervision for individuals and professionals navigating complexity, adversity, and change. My work is clinically rigorous, ethically governed, and relational in practice. I support people impacted by mental health challenges, damaging relationships, coercive control, life disruption, and workplace injury. Alongside counselling, I provide clinical supervision to
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Christina is a clinical psychologist highly skilled & experienced in treating doctors' & med. students' with mental health concerns. This is now the focus of her practice. For several years, in collaboration with Doctors’ Health Service SA, Christina has provided a confidential clinical psychology service to medical professionals (at all career stages: student, registrar, intern, consultant), in person & via telepsych, who reside locally & interstate. She provides therapy (CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, hypnosis) for depression, anxiety, stress & burnout, imposter syndrome, adjustment issues, PTSD & trauma, grief/loss, binge eating
Christina is a clinical psychologist highly skilled & experienced in treating doctors' & med. students' with mental health concerns. This is now the focus of her practice. For several years, in collaboration with Doctors’ Health Service SA, Christina has provided a confidential clinical psychology service to medical professionals (at all career stages: student, registrar, intern, consultant), in person & via telepsych, who reside locally & interstate. She provides therapy (CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, hypnosis) for depression, anxiety, stress & burnout, imposter syndrome, adjustment issues, PTSD & trauma, grief/loss, binge eating
My clients arrive feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from carrying too much for too long. They may feel they’ve tried everything, be struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, body image concerns, or major life transitions.
Many clients come to me feeling like they are functioning on the outside but struggling internally — caught in cycles of worry, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from themselves. They may be tired of surviving and ready to understand why they feel this way and create meaningful change.
My clients arrive feel overwhelmed, stuck, or exhausted from carrying too much for too long. They may feel they’ve tried everything, be struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, body image concerns, or major life transitions.
Many clients come to me feeling like they are functioning on the outside but struggling internally — caught in cycles of worry, self-doubt, emotional overwhelm, people-pleasing, or feeling disconnected from themselves. They may be tired of surviving and ready to understand why they feel this way and create meaningful change.
I work with people of various cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in both specialist health services (justice, family violence), schools (from Prep to Year 12) and specialist mental health services (adult residential services). I also facilitate group wellbeing programs for individuals & businesses, and have co-facilitated group workshops focused on teaching people practical skills to manage distress. I work best with people who are ready to take what we discuss in session, and implement this in their lives. I am a Director on the board with Australian Association of Psychologists Incorporated (AAPi).
I work with people of various cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in both specialist health services (justice, family violence), schools (from Prep to Year 12) and specialist mental health services (adult residential services). I also facilitate group wellbeing programs for individuals & businesses, and have co-facilitated group workshops focused on teaching people practical skills to manage distress. I work best with people who are ready to take what we discuss in session, and implement this in their lives. I am a Director on the board with Australian Association of Psychologists Incorporated (AAPi).
